Welcome to the Artlandish Dreamtime Aboriginal Art Library where you will find articles containing a vast amount of information on Aboriginal Art and Indigenous culture! With more than 40,000 years of history, Aboriginal Art and culture is so diverse that you’ll find information on an almost endless range of topics.
We hope you enjoy discovering more about the oldest continuous culture in the world and the amazing art they create!
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The Encyclopaedia of Aboriginal Art
Featured Indigenous Art Articles
The Story of Aboriginal Art
Aboriginal culture & art dates back as far as 40,000 to 60,000 years. It’s a truly fascinating story worth hearing!
Aboriginal Art Styles
With incredible levels of diversity from one area to another, there’s much to explore within Indigenous art styles.
Aboriginal Dreamtime
Dreamtime is a commonly used term for describing important features of Aboriginal spiritual beliefs & existence.
Aboriginal Dot Art
Dot paintings are now internationally recognised as unique & integral to Australian Aboriginal Art. We take a look behind the dots & get the real story.
Aboriginal Bush Leaves Art
Admirers of the medicine bush leaf paintings often observe their mesmerizing attraction & how the paintings appear to be in motion
Investing in Aboriginal Art
The Australian Aboriginal Art market has seem some wild highs and lows over the last two decades. But does this effect the average collector?
Symbols in Indigenous Art
First Nations People have no written language so they use symbols & icons to convey important cultural stories.
Western Desert Art
The heart of the Aboriginal Art Movement & home to many of the leading Indigenous Artists.
Dreamtime Stories
Understanding Aboriginal Dreaming and the Dreamtime. We take a further look at the complex topic.
Aboriginal Art Facts
A collection of interesting facts related to the Aboriginal Art Industry
Aboriginal Body Painting Art
A look at how body paint plays an important role in traditional Aboriginal life
Aboriginal Ceremonies
Aboriginal ceremonies & their importance to many Indigenous people’s culture.
Additional Aboriginal Art Articles:
Aerial Perspectives in Art: The Unique Top-Down Viewpoint Often Used in Indigenous Artworks
The Spiritual Connection: The Intimate Link Between the Land, the People, and Their Art
FAQ’s: Frequently Asked Questions about Aboriginal Art
Wisdom and Cultural Abundance of Aboriginal Traditions
The Encyclopaedia of Aboriginal Art
In this section of the library we are building one of the most comprehensive collections of content about Indigenous Art found anywhere in the world. This “virtual encyclopaedia” will cover all aspects of Aboriginal Art, from the topics that are consumed by Aboriginal Art to those it just gently touches upon.
This is an ongoing work in progress starting in November 2023. Check back often as we expand and update this most comprehensive look at amazing Aboriginal Art.
How to use the encyclopaedia: Click the headings below to view the individual articles found in each category. If they can’t currently be clicked on below, that section will be dropping here soon!
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History and Origins:
- Early rock paintings
- Introduction to bark paintings
- Modern day Aboriginal Art
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Types of Aboriginal Art:
- 1. Rock Art and Petroglyphs
2. Bark Paintings
3. Dot Paintings
4. Body Art
5. Sand Paintings
6. Carvings and Sculptures
7. Woven Art
8. Contemporary Media Art
9. Printmaking
10. Performance Art
11. Ochre Art
12. Acrylic Art
13 Bradshaw Art
14 Wandjina Art
15 X-ray Art
16 Medicine Leaves
- 1. Rock Art and Petroglyphs
- Significance and Meaning:
- Symbols and their meanings
- Dreamtime stories representation
- Spiritual and ritual significance
- Aboriginal Artists and Art Movements:
- Famous Aboriginal artists
- Art movements and communities
- Aboriginal Art in global exhibitions
- Buying and Collecting Aboriginal Art:
- Ethical purchasing
- Authenticating Aboriginal Art
- Tips for collectors and enthusiasts
- Influence and Impact:
- Aboriginal Art’s role in preserving culture and history
- Influence on contemporary Australian and global art
- Integration into modern design and fashion
- Ethical Considerations:
- The importance of buying genuine art
- Supporting Indigenous communities through art
- Recognising and avoiding cultural appropriation
- Conservation and Exhibition:
- Methods of preserving Aboriginal Art
- Key exhibitions and museums showcasing Aboriginal Art
- The art’s representation in international arenas
- The Future of Aboriginal Art:
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- Next-generation Aboriginal artists and emerging styles
- The role of digital technology in promoting and preserving Aboriginal Art
- Global collaborations and partnerships to elevate Aboriginal Art’s presence
- Aboriginal Art in Education:
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- Incorporating Aboriginal Art in school curricula
- Educational programs and workshops centred around Aboriginal Art
- Bridging cultural understanding through art education
- Aboriginal Art and Commerce:
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- The commercial aspects of Aboriginal Art
- Pricing and valuation dynamics
- Aboriginal Art as an investment
- Workshops and Tours:
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- Popular Aboriginal Art workshops for tourists and enthusiasts
- Guided tours to significant Aboriginal Art sites
- Engaging with indigenous communities: Dos and Don’ts
- Collaborations and Crossovers:
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- Aboriginal Art’s influence in other art forms like music, dance, and literature
- Collaborative projects between Aboriginal artists and international artists
- Fusion and adaptation of Aboriginal Art in global pop culture
